impression that the FBI would be conducting a full independent investigation by the FBI. By the pro-police manner in which the local press has covered the story, it appears that the local press may have contributed to the misimpression.
The falseness of the claim that the FBI would be conducting a full independent investigation was only uncovered when other local law enforcement leaders revealed it.
District Attorney Ravitch said:
“My understanding is simply that they’re here for support but not actively engaged in an investigation,” ... “The only investigations currently occurring are the sheriff’s review for their own internal affairs and the criminal investigation being conducted by the Santa Rosa Police Department.”
http://www.pressdemocrat.com/article/20131031/articles/131039850After such disclosure, Police Chief Schwedhelm added
"the FBI’s involvement, at whatever level, “doesn’t change what our role in the investigation is.”
“We wouldn’t hesitate to ask for assistance if need be in this type of investigation,” he said. “At this point, the investigation is continuing and we’re not ruling out any offers of help or assistance. I am confident that our investigation will get all of the facts as to what occurred.”
http://www.pressdemocrat.com/article/20131031/articles/131039850The kid had a toy gun. A plastic one that was shorter and weighed less than a real AK-47. He was walking near his home and wasn't threatening anybody. Some will blame the kid. Or his parents. Or society in general. Anybody except the shooter and the officials in the Sheriff's Department.
Maybe it would otherwise be helpful if the police departments would stop approving of the actions of cops who treat the general populace as the enemy.
Maybe it would help if they didn't whitewash the police actions and give false impressions that police actions will be independently fully investigated.
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